T I N Y  H O M E S  &  D W E L L I N G S  ·  C E N T R A L  O T A G O

Quality homes,

no compromises.

From self-contained cabins to granny flats and rental units — JLW Trading designs and builds quality compact homes in Cromwell and delivers to the entire South Island.

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A modern tiny house on stilts with brown vertical wood siding, black-framed glass door and window, situated outdoors on a partly cloudy day.
A modern tiny house on stilts with brown vertical wood siding, black-framed glass door and window, situated outdoors on a partly cloudy day.

36 - 65m²

SMART LIVING SPACES

Affordable

PRICES THAT FIT YOUR BUDGET

MADE IN CROMWELL AND DELIVERED ACROSS THE SOUTH ISLAND

Local

W H O  W E  A R E

Honest building, on a human scale.

Based in Cromwell, JLW Trading Ltd specialises in well-crafted small dwellings for Central Otago and beyond. Whether you need extra space for family, a warm rental, or a clever weekend retreat, we make compact living feel generous — built to last.

O U R  H O M E S

Our standard models

Spacious designs you can order today — each one finished to the same high standard, and easy to tailor.

Floor plan of a dwelling, showing bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living area.

30m² · 10 × 3

1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom

A compact, sunny 1 bedroom flat that fits almost any backyard — ideal as a granny flat or holiday rental. Two styles to choose from.

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Floor plans of a small dwelling, showing bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and living areas.

36m² · 11.4 × 3.2

1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom

A little more breathing room without losing the small footprint — a warm, well-laid-out one-bedroom that works hard as a rental, guest space, or first home. Two layouts to choose from.

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Floor plan of a small dwelling with two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a living room.

44m² · 13.9 × 3.2

2 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom

A spacious two-bedroom with bedrooms at either end and open-plan living through the middle. Comfortable enough for a permanent home, and a strong long-term rental.

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Floor plan of a two-bedroomdwelling with a central living and dining area, kitchen, two bathrooms, and two bedrooms, each with a bed and bedside tables.

65m² · 13 × 5

2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom — plus flexible room

Our largest home, with two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a full open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. A flexible third room works as an office or single bedroom — a genuine family home or premium long-term rental.

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C U S T O M  B U I L D S

Bring your idea — we'll build it.

Got a sketch on the back of a napkin, a Pinterest board, or just a clear picture in your head? Bring it to us. We'll turn your vision into a buildable design, give you a straight-up quote, and handle the build from foundation to handover.

From off-grid cabins to architectural sleep-outs, no two projects are the same — and that's how we like it.

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H O W  I T  W O R K S

From first chat to front door.

A clear, five-step path so you always know what's happening — and what's next.

01

Chat & Concept

We talk through your site, budget and what you need the space to do.

02

Design & quote

A tailored plan and a transparent, fixed quote — no surprises

03

Consent

We can sort the paperwork, from Schedule 1A exemptions to building consent if you need.

04

Build

Our team builds with quality materials and tidy, on-time workmanship.

05

Handover

We deliver, connect and hand over the keys to your finished home.

G A L L E R Y

Recent builds

Check it out our latest work — quality compact homes, built for the South.

A modern tiny house with wooden exterior siding, black-framed glass doors, small rectangular windows, and outdoor utility fixtures under a blue sky with clouds.
A small modern wooden building under construction with vertical wooden siding and a large rectangular window, set against a clear blue sky.
Interior of a modern building with wooden flooring, white paneled walls, and a large glass door leading outside, with mountains visible in the background.
A modern tiny house with vertical wooden siding, a small horizontal window, and plumbing fixtures visible on the exterior against a clear blue sky.
Interior view of a room with white paneled walls, a black-framed glass door, and a window showing construction outside. There's a wooden floor and a dark brown table.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, wooden countertop, built-in oven, gas stove, stainless steel sink, and beige tiled backsplash. White paneled walls and wooden flooring.
Interior of a room with white paneled walls, wood flooring, and large windows showing a mountain landscape outside. There is a wooden table with metal legs in the corner.
A bathroom vanity with a white cabinet, a beige countertop, a silver faucet, a wall-mounted mirror, and a partial view of a shower enclosure with a metal ladder-style towel rack. Wall panels are white vertically aligned, and the floor is dark wood.
A modern bathroom featuring a white toilet and a corner shower with glass doors, chrome fixtures, and wood-look flooring.
Interior of a room under construction with white beadboard walls, a black-framed window, and sliding closet doors. The floor features a black and beige patterned carpet, with construction materials visible outside the window. 
C O N T A C T

Let’s talk about your project

Tell us a little about your project and we'll be in touch within one business day. No pressure, no jargon — just good advice.

O F F I C E

28 Ree Crescent, Cromwell - Central Otago

P H O N E

+64 21 139 1017 | +64 21 891858

E M A I L

info@jlwtrading.co.nz

O F F I C E H O U R S

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm